Assistant Editor Position

JumpCrew is seeking a skilled Assistant Editor to work on two websites within the military and veteran interest space. The new Assistant Editor will collaborate with existing team members to continue the substantial growth of both brands. Applicants should have experience working in a newsroom or editorial team environment where SEO and good storytelling go hand-in-hand. Applicants must showcase the ability to work independently and meet production deadlines, and have a willingness to work in a fun, flexible environment where curiosity is rewarded.

Responsibilities

Edit Military Brands articles for clarity, grammar, and mechanical issues
Optimize articles for maximum traffic potential across all platforms and verticals
Schedule and publish articles from Contract Writers, Interns, and Freelancers (according to ongoing KPI schedule)
Write articles when required
Engage in regular SEO research and strategy in collaboration with the Managing Editor and Editorial Team
Manage Editorial Department processes and documents
Ensure that all content fits within the strategic vision of each of the MBU websites
Attend daily editorial meetings
Pitch articles daily (2+ per day) and have a finger on the pulse of the niche
Create and oversee regular newsletter sends
Establish mentoring relationships with writers and interns and work together to monitor their continued progress
Maintain image guidelines for SEO and all visual assets under Editorial control
Create visual assets when necessary
Assist in coordination of social media audience development
Locate and solicit work on occasion from freelance writers and influencers who create content that overlaps with our Military Brands

Required Proficiencies

BA in Journalism, Communications, Creative Writing, or a related field
Extensive knowledge of SEO best practices and proven audience growth metrics
Fluency in SemRush or another SEO tool
Expert knowledge of CMS platforms, WordPress experience a plus
Deep understanding of social media best practices and employing social media as a traffic channel
2 Years of experience writing for the web, including in a fast-paced digital publishing environment
Ability to manage staff and set production goals and priorities
Curiosity and a drive to learn and improve
A fiercely guarded opinion about the Oxford comma

Nice-to-Haves:

Familiarity with the military
Basic graphic design skills
Strong research skills
A strong foundation in digital journalism

Compensation and Benefits

$45,000 annual salary
Comprehensive benefits package
Remote work possible

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